Many times, financial news outlets reference the “devaluation of the dollar.” What does this mean and what are the implications? Recently, Carol and I were

It’s a kid’s dream come true – having Blue Bell ice cream for breakfast every day. And that’s just what Bill Rankin does. But, for

April 15 is right around the corner. This means two things. First, income taxes are due and, secondly, the deadline to make IRA contributions for

Often these days, we are asked: “How much money can I pull from my portfolio and not run out?” With interest rates at multi-generational lows,

This week marks the two-year anniversary of the stock markets hitting rock bottom. On March 9, 2009, the Dow dropped to 6,500 and the S&P

When I was 24 years old I was finishing my MBA, well on my way to a life of riches – or so I thought.

Like many couples, Carol and I are quite different when it comes to money management habits. Carol chuckles that she has had a checkbook since

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Currently, Facebook is a privately held company. However, if you had the opportunity to own some shares, should you? Investors can act upon this decision

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Last week, the president and the Republicans agreed to extend the current income tax rates for another two years. This move makes a retirement planning

Recently, General Motors had its Initial Public Offering to much hype and anticipation. However, what does this mean to the average person? From my earliest